"Human-Centred Urban Innovation: Empowering People for Resilient and Sustainable Cities"
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Call for Papers-"Human-Centred Urban Innovation: Empowering People for Resilient and Sustainable Cities"
Journal: Urbanization, Sustainability and Society
Publisher: Emerald Publishing
Submission Deadline: 31 May 2026
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⚠️ Key Requirements:
Human experience centering mandatory
Underserved populations/Indigenous knowledge prioritized
Applied research + case studies + methodological innovation
Overview
Built environment = human wellbeing interface. Addresses spatial justice + participatory governance amid climate/tech/demographic pressures. Seeks inclusive design/co-production/community-led solutions improving quality of life + reducing inequities.
Key Research Themes
Urban Design Frameworks: Behavioral insights + lived experiences
Equity Infrastructure: Housing/mobility access disparities
Urban Health Impact: Mental/physical/environmental exposures
Participatory Governance: Community co-design projects
Inclusive Digital Tech: Smart systems accessibility
Indigenous Knowledge: Place-based sustainability
Social Resilience: Identity/belonging/adaptive capacity
Construction Workforce: Marginalized pathways
Intersectional Justice: Gender/migration inequities
Vocational Education: Sustainable urban innovation
Submission Details
Closes: 31 May 2026
Select: Special issue title from dropdown menu
Contact: D.Samarasinghe@massey.ac.nz
Guest Editor Team
Dr. Don Samarasinghe, Massey University, NZ (D.Samarasinghe@massey.ac.nz)
Prof. James Rotimi, Massey University, NZ (J.Rotimi@massey.ac.nz)
Dr. Larry Hu, University of Canberra, Australia (Larry.Hu@canberra.edu.au)
Why This Issue Matters
People-centered urbanism bridging infrastructure + wellbeing. Operationalizes equity + resilience through inclusive innovation serving health/education/inclusion goals (UN SDG 11 alignment).
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